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Just so everyone knows, I obtained the ranges for these tests from the lab report that included my test results.

OK, my cholesterol ratio (HDL/LDL) is still not perfect, but I can't have everything and I am delighted with these results.

Some of you know I have dieted, exercised, etc., and the results came to naught in the past. The difference here is I switched meds.

I know there has been some discussion about Isentress and it being untried as far as long-term side effects are concerned - and that's true.

But, I do know that I was headed toward lipid-induced health problems if I didn't do something. What's more, even though its twice a day, it is the easiest and least side-effect inducing med I have ever taken.

Oh, the CPKs are still high, but the doc thinks that is the Truvada, which can cause that problem in some people.

But I am not having the achy muscles and seem to be doing well otherwise.

So, I am pretty happy with the results thus far. The Isentress/Truvada combo seems to be working as I and my doctor hoped.